Michael Cumpsty, Melissa Errico, Jim Brochu, Tony Sheldon, Jackie Hoffman and More Join Project Shaw's APPLE CART

Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw, under the leadership of Artistic Director David Staller, continues its 11th Season when it presents its 115th concert presentation with George Bernard Shaw's The Apple Cart on Monday, July 25 at 7pm, at Symphony Space's Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre (2537 Broadway at 95th Street).

Shaw's 1929 farcical comedy is subtitled "A Political Extravaganza!" English King Magnus has quite a day on his hands. His Cabinet, headed by a devious Prime Minister, wants him dethroned. His extravagantly volatile mistress and his extremely ambitious Queen both have their grip on him. And then, the American Ambassador arrives announcing the Grand Plan to colonize Britain. It's all part of the Royal game, pitting Magnus against the Fates to do whatever he can to not upset The Apple Cart.

The Apple Cart features Donald Corren (Semphronius), Jim Brochu (Boanerges), Michael Cumpsty (King Magnus), Tony Sheldon (Proteus, The Prime Minister), Henry Yuk (Nicobar), William DeMeritt (Crassus), Robert Zukerman (Balbus), Alison Cimmet (Amanda), Robin Miles (Lysistrata), Melissa Errico (Orinthia, The Royal Mistress), Jackie Hoffman (The Queen). Bill Kux (Vanhattan), Daniel Marconi (Pamphillius) and Matt Windman (amNY Theater Critic) will serve as Narrator.

According to Staller, "When Shaw wrote this charming romp, the grip of the Great Depression had its hold on the world and people were questioning all forms of authority looking for a scapegoat. He realized that change was needed, but so was strong leadership. In this play, he examines the options of those expecting for our support and asks us to judge them by their humanity and not just their promises, title, or position. He also wrote a now famous 'play within the play' as a two-hander between the King and his tempestuous mistress - always a crowd-pleaser."

Tickets are $35 and are available by calling (212) 864-5400 or online atwww.symphonyspace.org / Special reserved VIP seating available by contacting the Gingold office 212-355-7823 or info@gingoldgroup.org.

Now celebrating its 11th year, Gingold Theatrical Group's Project Shaw made history in December 2009 as the first company ever to present performances of every one of Shaw's 65 plays (including full-length works, one-acts and sketches). They are now also including plays by writers who most inspired Shaw to begin his playwriting career, including work by Chekhov, Ibsen, Wilde, Barrie and Harley Granville-Barker. The 2016 Project Shaw Season continues with Harley Granville-Barker's Farewell to the Theatre (September 19), On The Rocks (October 24), J.M. Barrie's Alice Sit-By-The-Fire (November 21), and Androcles and the Lion (December 19).

For those interested in lively off-site discourses, each Project Shaw event is followed by a talk-back with cast members. GTG's David Staller is also hosting a monthly Shaw Club discussion group. They meet the Wednesday before every Project Shaw event at 520 8th Avenue. Reservations required 212-355-7823 or info@gingoldgroup.org. Symphony Space's Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre space is completely disabled accessible. Symphony Space is located in Manhattan at 2537 Broadway (at 95th Street). For more information about Project Shaw and Gingold Theatrical Group contact 212-355-7823 or info@gingoldgroup.org or www.projectshaw.org.

Photo Credit: Walter McBride

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